The Lightning Network, abbreviated with LN, is a protocol for using Bitcoin in a smart and non-obvious way.
Thus it is a second layer technology on top of Bitcoin.
It is changing the way people exchange value online and it's one of the most exciting advancements to happen in Bitcoin's history.
The Lightning Network is a protocol for using Bitcoin in a smart and non-obvious way.
It is a second layer technology on top of Bitcoin.
The Lightning Network, abbreviated with LN, is changing the way people exchange value online and it's one of the most exciting advancements to happen in Bitcoin's history.
Today, in 2020, the Lightning Network is in its infancy.
In concept it was first proposed in 2015 and the first implementation was launched in 2018.
As of 2020, we're only beginning to see the opportunities the Lightning Network provides including improved privacy, speed, and scale.